Some people taking out a home loan and purchasing flood insurance could face delays during the U.S. government shutdown.

While mortgage rates could potentially decline during a government shutdown, a prolonged lapse in government funding could ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government is extending a program that allows borrowers with mortgages backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac to refinance at lower rates. The Home Affordable Refinance Program ...

The 2025 U.S. government shutdown is disrupting many services. Mortgage processing could slow down, and homebuyers may face delays. Refinance rates are rising. Homeowners are weighing options for ...

You can also explore government-backed loan options to refinance with bad credit, such as an FHA loan or VA loan, as long as you qualify. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac both have programs that permit ...

If you took out a government-backed mortgage over the last two years, you’re probably watching interest rates fall and wondering when to refinance. But before you take the refi plunge, you need to ...

The Home Affordable Refinance Program – a government refinancing program for underwater homeowners – will be expanded for another two years, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced. HARP was ...